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Ben Williams
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Senior-level Gaming, anime, film, and TV writer & editor of guides, reviews, and features 🎮🎬 - @ Radio Times, PCGamesN, Screen Rant, Twinfinite, Screensphere 👉 Previously GGRecon, GameByte, FragHero, KeenGamer

📨 Email at bwilliams1092@gmail.com for ops
Ufotable once again outdoes itself by making the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie the most gripping & visually stunning the franchise has ever been⚔️👏

My full @radiotimes.bsky.social review🔽 www.radiotimes.com/tv/fantasy/a...
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie review - A gripping and gorgeous anime spectacle
The best Demon Slayer has ever looked.
www.radiotimes.com
September 2, 2025 at 6:36 PM
This feels so wrong, yet so right
August 27, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Got the privilege of being among the first to play Pokémon Legends: Z-A ahead of Pokémon Worlds 2025, and I've come away very, very, hyped 🙏

My full preview write-up at @radiotimes.bsky.social ⬇️ www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...
Pokémon Legends: Z-A preview – Mega Evolution is so back
Returning to Kalos in style.
www.radiotimes.com
August 15, 2025 at 3:24 PM
One of my July highlights — diving into old Pokemon rumours for my pals at @radiotimes.bsky.social 🎮

Also determined to campaign for making Gorochu a reality one day 💛 www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...
23 weird rumours that plagued the Pokémon fandom – 5 of which are still unresolved
Find out which are true, hoaxes, and still a mystery in the world of Pocket Monsters.
www.radiotimes.com
August 9, 2025 at 10:33 AM
The Murderbot press junket was the most ambitious set of interviews I've covered at @radiotimes.bsky.social yet, but I'm so happy with how the final super-cut turned out!

Very excited for you guys to check the show out & see what this passionate lot have made 🤖👏
Alexander Skarsgård and cast of Murderbot TEASE what to expect from All Systems Red adaptation
YouTube video by Radio Times
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May 15, 2025 at 10:22 PM
After watching all 10 episodes of Murderbot, I can confirm you're in for a really fun time as this charming show hits Apple TV+ this week 🤖

It instantly left me wanting more.

My full series review at @radiotimes.bsky.social 👇
Murderbot review: Alexander Skarsgård fronts killer adaptation of beloved sci-fi novella
A fun sci-fi comedy outing for Apple TV+.
www.radiotimes.com
May 12, 2025 at 1:37 PM
I've also spent a ton of time fully educating myself on the Minecraft Nerf Blaster scene for this @ign.com buying guide I wrote, because of course.

I love my job.
Every Minecraft Nerf Blaster You Can Buy Right Now - IGN
Minecraft Movie fans can check out these Nerf Blasters that have been made after mob creatures from the game, including the epic Ender Dragon, all available to buy right now.
www.ign.com
May 2, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Back with my pals at @eurogamer.bsky.social talking about where you can still get an Xbox Series X|S for less before the US & UK price hikes kick in

(If you wanted one that is)
Amazon listings for Xbox consoles and controllers are yet to be hit by the price hike
Price hikes on everything Xbox are on the way are on the way globally. Here's where you can still buy everything at reduced prices before the increase.
www.eurogamer.net
May 1, 2025 at 8:06 PM
From its story and combat to "must buy on vinyl immediately" soundtrack, Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is one of the finest games I've played in years, and one of the best I've ever reviewed.

A new high both for the gaming industry and the turn-based genre altogether🏆
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review: An RPG Pièce de Résistance
A brave & bold piece of art.
twinfinite.net
April 23, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Ya boy is back at Radio Times talking about The Last of Us things with the debut of season 2 👏

Now to go and spend a week obsessing over the game again
Isabela Merced didn't have chemistry test with Bella Ramsey for The Last of Us season 2
An 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' approach from season 1.
www.radiotimes.com
April 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Now having a Pokemon card shop only a 10-minute walk away is both an amazing & very dangerous game
April 12, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Me scouring the Nintendo Switch 2 site for pre-order info later
April 2, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Had the pleasure of taking on a bit of PlayStation brand partnership content doing what I do best: convincing people to upgrade to a PS5
Huge PS5 Astro Bot Bundle Deal – Plus an Extra £50 Off with PlayStation’s Trade-In Offer - IGN
PlayStation has introduced three new ways to easily afford a PS5, including an Astrobot bundle saving you £109.99 & £50 extra when trading in a PS4.
www.ign.com
March 27, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Got some great bargain coverage going for the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale at @ign.com 🎮

Still feels amazingly surreal the ecom expertise from my GGRecon & GameByte days has led me to working with the biggest name in games journalism. Unreal stuff.
Amazon Drops Xbox Controllers to Just £36 During Its Spring Sale in the UK - IGN
Xbox Series X|S controllers are at their lowest prices in the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale, going for as low as £35.99 for a limited time.
www.ign.com
March 26, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Sharing of course because it's my IGN debut, but also a legit good deal on the best Space Invaders machine 💸

www.ign.com/articles/ata...
Atari 2600 Plus Console is Exclusively 50% off at Amazon UK Today - IGN
The Atari 2600 Plus console is at one of its lowest prices ever in the UK, making it the perfect chance to jump in on the retro-gaming while you still can.
www.ign.com
March 21, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Assassin's Creed Shadows feels like the comeback longtime fans have been waiting for🎌

While not without its flaws, this mix of AC & 16th-century Japan is the best we've had from the franchise since Black Flag.

My full Twinfinite review👇#AssassinsCreedShadows twinfinite.net/reviews/assa...
Assassin's Creed Shadows Review: An Imperfect Return to Form
Not in the best in the series, but the best in a long time.
twinfinite.net
March 18, 2025 at 5:15 PM
In all of life's latest craziness, I forgot to mention I've been playing Assassin's Creed Shadows for review! 🥷

Anyone who knows me gets how excited I am for anything Japan-related, so look out for my full review on Tuesday the 18th at Twinfinite 🎌 #AssassinsCreedShadows
March 12, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Wanderstop is a fantastic narrative-driven cozy game that delivers everything you can expect of the genre & more — along with giving you the biggest craving for a cracking brew throughout 🍵🫖

My full review over at The Escapist 👇

www.escapistmagazine.com/wanderstop-i...
Wanderstop Is Already One of the Cozy Gaming Greats [Review]
Find out in our Wanderstop review whether Ivy Road's debut cozy narrative-driven game lives up to its hype.
www.escapistmagazine.com
March 10, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Late on sharing because life, but I had an amazing time getting to preview Clair Obscur: Expedition33!

Can't wait to see if the rest of the game lives up to the standard this teaser build set up 🎨 Full write-up over at Twinfinite👇

twinfinite.net/features/cla...
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Hands-On Preview - Paints a Pretty Picture
A grand dark fantasy twist.
twinfinite.net
March 4, 2025 at 2:14 PM
My newest byline for raving about Invincible content,
GamesRadar+ has allowed me to come talk about the carnage expected to come during the rest of Season 3!💥

Powerplex was only the start, baby.
Invincible season 3's latest heartbreaking episode was just the beginning as I'm convinced a major comics arc is coming
Opinion: All signs are leading to a huge and heartbreaking comic book arc
www.gamesradar.com
February 28, 2025 at 8:02 PM
My Avowed review for Twinfinite is up!

Obsidian has successfully carved its own slice out of the fantasy RPG genre pie with addictive combat & fun exploration ✨

Elder Scrolls fans and beyond, you definitely shouldn't sleep on this one ⚔️ twinfinite.net/reviews/avow...
Avowed Review - Much More Than Obsidian's Skyrim
A land to live for.
twinfinite.net
February 13, 2025 at 2:12 PM
If you see this, quote with a game you've replayed multiple times.

Then tag a friend @chrisco96.bsky.social
February 9, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Ahead of Invincible Season 3, I had the honour of interviewing all-time comic book great, Robert Kirkman & series showrunner, Simon Racioppa.

If you love Invincible and/or The Walking Dead, this is one for you.

Easily a top 5 career moment.

www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/in...
Invincible's Robert Kirkman learned from The Walking Dead mistake
The Invincible creator's taken from the lessons learned during his first adaptation.
www.radiotimes.com
February 7, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Excited to say I'm playing & reviewing Avowed. I'll have my full thoughts over at Twinfinite on February 13th.

Cheers to @xbox.com and the game's team at @obsidianent.bsky.social for the early access!
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January 31, 2025 at 1:13 PM
"Thank you. Can I have 12?". Lovin' it.

www.radiotimes.com/technology/g...
McDonald's Pokémon collab explained: Will the branded Happy Meal come to the UK?
Grab a Pikachu with those McNuggets.
www.radiotimes.com
January 23, 2025 at 7:01 PM